Église Saint-Michel des Batignolles, Art Deco church in 17th arrondissement, France
Église Saint-Michel des Batignolles is a brick church in the 17th arrondissement designed with Art Deco and Romano-Byzantine elements. A distinctive tower with bells dominates the building's south side and can be seen from many points across the neighborhood.
Construction started in 1913 but was interrupted by World War I and continued until 1938. The bell tower was completed in 1934, marking a significant phase after years of setbacks.
The church is named after Archangel Michael, who held spiritual significance for the Batignolles community. This choice reflects how the neighborhood's religious identity shaped the building's purpose and character.
The church sits at Place Saint-Jean where Rue Saint-Jean intersects, with convenient access via the 17th arrondissement public transportation. Its central neighborhood location makes it walkable from most areas nearby.
The bell tower holds a statue of Archangel Michael that was removed in 1990 following storm damage and reinstalled in 2007. This statue serves as a local landmark and reminds visitors of the building's resilience through challenging years.
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